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Classes are led by Vira Lata. Vira Lata has been training capoeira since 2000, and enjoys the endless challenge. He started helping to teach capoeira in San Luis Obispo, California in 2005 and has been living in Portland since 2006. His master, Mestre Urubu Malandro has recognized his study in the Capoeira USA group with a Blue cord.
Besides the athleticism and physical challenges of capoeira, Vira Lata is a student of the lifestyle, rituals, rhythms, songs, and dances woven throughout capoeira that make it such a rich art. He also enjoys traveling to capoeira events all over the US and in Brazil where the welcoming family of students, teachers, and Mestres can connect with new and old friends, and see and learn new styles of music and movements. For questions or comments, please contact: viralata@capoeirapdx.com |
Classes are held at:
| The Academy of Kung Fu on SE 21st and Powell in Southeast Portland | |
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Academy of Kung Fu 3228 SE 21st Ave Portland, OR 97202 (503) 772-0600 |
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The practice space is beautiful and has hardwood floors as well as some mats that can help you learn how to fall. Bare feet are preferred but indoor martial art or similar type shoes are allowed.
Each class will consist of warm ups & stretching, capoeira movements, and music. The best way to learn capoeira is to do it. Many movements require strength, body awareness, timing, flexibility, and balance that are not easy to master right away. By repetition and practice you can achieve fluidity and power you never knew you had in you.
Capoeira and Brazilian music does not come naturally to everyone, but the rhythms of capoeira will win you over! Bring your energy and don’t be embarrassed.
Training capoeira involves working with partners and in close quarters. Please come to class clean and be respectful of everyone. Wear clothing you’re comfortable moving around in and being upside down. We will be training various escapes, attacks, and acrobatics alone and with partners. All levels are welcome but this class is focused on fundamentals. Class levels can move up as the students are ready.
Classes are taught by Vira Lata under the permission of Mestre Urubu Malandro, founder of Capoeira USA in San Francisco, CA. Vira Lata is proud to share his experience with others interested in Capoeira. Please Check the Calendar Tab for up to date class times and events.